Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker'
Hardy Lilac
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Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Description
Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mt. Baker' is an early bloomer with very fragrant, pure white single flowers. Appropriately named after Mount Baker in Washington State, the profuse display of snow white flowers resembles a snow covered mound. Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mt. Baker' has healthy, mildew resistant foliage. By the fall you will get a second show as this foliage will turn a unique purple color that is just gorgeous.
Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Blooming
Lilacs are known for their very fragrant and beautiful flowers. Depending on environmental conditions, the bloom time ranges from early spring to early summer. The flowers are borne in clusters.Most Lilacs require cold winters to promote the best set of blooms.
Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Growth
Deciduous shrubs and small trees. Can take full sun, but will need light shade in the hottest of climates. Does very well in cold-Winter regions. All species are medium to large shrubs that don't have much appeal when out of bloom.
Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Planting
When planting into the ground, dig some lime into the transplantation soil to increase the pH. Sow seeds when ripe or in spring, in containers in a cold frame. Can also propagate from greenwood cuttings in early summer. Layer or bud in summer, graft in winter.
Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Pest
Frequent pests include caterpillars, borers, and scale insects. Syringa is also prone to powdery mildew, anthracnose, bacterial leaf spot, root know nematode, MLO, leafroll virus, dieback, witches' broom, and wilt.
Hardy Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Mount Baker') - Soil and irrigation
Does best with well-drained soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline. Mulch on a regular basis.
